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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1946
Page
4
Fragmentary newspaper line reads dated August 29 with scattered figures and a biblical verse. The text references a man in Argentina and costs listed in dollars, plus a stray note about thoughts warning against false teachers.
Lawrence, a new resident, cites poor street markings and parking, lack of a baseball park, and limited downtown parking as major issues. He urges markets and better restaurants, plus a bronze Memorial Honor Roll plaque for World War II servicemen. Jaycees raise funds to install market markers, aiming for $2,500 total, with $1,000 pledged and $70 in the 1947 city budget.
Omaha World-Herald denounces the Kansas City vote outcome as proof of boss rule. It lists precinct tallies for the Pendergast Truman candidate versus Slaughter and notes a stark Axtell lead districtwide, highlighting machine influence and skeptical views on democracy.
The nation faces a looming meat famine as new OPA price ceilings on livestock take effect. Industry advice urges buying now as stockyards may desert markets, reflecting the clash between decontrol aims and rising production costs.
The article notes that many cattle sent to market were not ready for slaughter, delaying supply and distorting prices. It warns that future needs may not be met and emphasizes supply and demand as a key price control mechanism.
A Missouri country postmaster mixed Uncle Sam money with his own in a store post office. An inspector exposed the mix, and the government fined him 1000 dollars with probation for two years. The piece argues the penalty seems severe for a careless country merchant despite no criminal intent.
Amid Western Soviet tensions, a wave of elections in Bulgaria Romania Greece Poland and the German zones tests postwar agreements. Officials warn pledges from Yalta Potsdam may falter as Poland mulls a November vote while communications and freedom for parties remain contested.
Lawrence residents join police escort to Eudora for Highway 10 opening celebrated by local chambers. Community services in South Park. Reunion for Mrs Lydia Green of Boulder honored at Rosenau home. Nora Ames weekend in Kansas City. Mrs Lena Holwager and daughter visit Schumann in Lawrence. Bob Flint to Pensacola for naval training. Richard attends Meda Van Zandt and Forster Myers wedding. Miss Rose Morgan returns from Oxford study. Elfriede Fischer and Frederick Jaedicke motor to Lincoln. Dr W M Auchard announces birth of daughter August 28. Mrs Mildred Coker and Grace Derby visit Lecompton. Andrew Hughes returns from Los Angeles and Colorado Springs. Mrs Ridley Pierson and son Bobby visit Greenlees.
Twenty five years ago the Lawrence board weighs action on rural pupil tuition and knickerbocker attire in classrooms. Carol Miller and Elmer Pine appear before the board to refuse parental payment. Enrollment refusal leads to Supreme Court appeal in Topeka Wednesday. Mrs. Les Trees and child mentioned.
Forty years ago Miss Winifred Fisher plans a tacky party Thursday to honor Miss Marie Bruce of Kansas City. Miss Jennie Donnelly and Miss Mary Donnelly host in honor of Mrs. Kate Field of Dubuque Iowa. Miss Anna Jensen and Mrs. Lillie Stubeck hold a lawn party this evening. Marjorie Marsh heads to the McLaughlin Beck wedding. Winfield Scott returns to Lawrence to resume studies at K U after summer with the Hutt eeetemy in Kansas City. Olive and Ida Reed of Clearfield join Kansas City schools this year.
An institute for case supervisors will run September 9 through 13 at Joliffe Hall, KU. Jointly sponsored by the Southwest Regional Conference of the Child Welfare League and KU Extension. Leader will be Julia Bishop of the College of William and Mary. Registration limited to 25 supervisors from nine states.
A fragmentary, satirical piece recounts Neanderthal bones found 14 years ago, once in London then at the Royal College of Surgeons, now in an American museum. The tale blends myth, war, and history, speculating on the creature’s death and ancient reparations while lampooning modern progress.
Rear Admiral depicted in a U S naval display amid questions of symbols and codes. The exhibit features clues to ancient gods and modern elements like erbium and samarium while pairing maritime leadership with linguistic puzzles.
A narrator guides a visitor through a Museum of One Thousand and Centuries of Progress, contrasting ancient weapons with modern carnage. The tour catalogues spears to Big Bertha, noting how peacemakers seek reparations while war and memory shape reputations and monuments.
Mrs. and Mrs. John Mooty hosted guests from Kansas City and nearby towns at their Eudora home. The event included a tea party organized by Lucite and Evelyn Fiser with handmade doll aprons as favors. Nearby families and visitors from Vinland, North Hollywood, and Kaw Valley joined in dinners and social visits through the week.
A fragmented listing of radio broadcasts and community notices from KMBC WDAP WREN and related stations. Names such as Jace RERSIBC Mrs. Wyman and Mrs. Starr appear alongside church circle meetings and family visits with dates and local times.
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